DevonPort Peninsula regular activities, community & business listings
Regular events, activities and services on the Devonport Peninsula.
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Devonport Community House
Sign up to the online newsletter and find out about classes, workshops, and events happening at the Devonport Community House each month. Check out www.devonportcomhouse.co.nz for updates, news and information about their School Holiday Programmes or contact: ph: 445 3068 or email: devonportcomhouse@xtra.co.nz. 
Devonport Market
When: The first Saturday of every Month, Venue: Summer - Windsor Reserve, Devonport Winter - Devonport Ferry Terminal We partner with amazingly creative and talented local stallholders from around Devonport and Auckland to bring you things that are local yet unique for your home. We understand that your home is your special place and you want to make it look and feel happy and a place you want to, well, come home too ! So come on down and talk to the makers and the creators behind the scenes to learn about the amazing things they make and take home something special because you'll love what you buy at Devonport Market. www.devonportmarket.com www.facebook.com/thedevonportmarket 
Devonport Lions Club Community Fundraising
The Devonport Lions are collecting used and unwanted eye-glasses to be sent to impoverished countries for distribution by their local Lions Clubs. Glasses can be dropped at Devonport Optometrists at 85 Victoria Rd in Devonport during normal business hours. The Lions are also collecting scrap metal and lead-acid batteries as part of its community fund-raising. Please contact them by email at DevonportLions@gmail.com. Thank you for your support. 
Devonport Anglican Shop In The Arcade
Open: Monday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am - 3:00pm Where: The Arcade, Victoria Road, Devonport Pop into your friendly op shop for a browse and check out their art sale outside and their rack of reduced priced clothes. 
Level One: Collaboration and Coworking Space
Banish the stay-at-home blues and join the Level One community on the Devonport Wharf. A co-working and collaboration space with panoramic views of the Harbour, Level One offers local small businesses and self-employed workers the perfect antidote to the Lake Road traffic woes with a warm and friendly workspace in the heart of Devonport. For more information, contact Simon Lampen on 09 320 0655 or check out the Level One website. 
North Shore Historical Society
When: Third Saturday of each month, 10:00am Venue: Senior Citizens Hall, The Strand, Takapuna North Shore Historical Society, now over 40 years old, has meetings usually on the third Saturday of each month. For more information please email: imjohnw@xtra.co.nz or phone: 09 489 3760. 
The North Shore Endowment Fund
With its stunning coastline, vibrant urban areas, and supportive community, what better place to have a business than the North Shore? Sharing your success with the local community is a great way to raise your profile and support those less fortunate. The North Shore Endowment Fund is a smart and easy way to help local causes for generations to come. Show your customers and staff you care by making a lasting and positive contribution to the community. For more information contact Mark Longbottom at: mark@aucklandfoundation.org.nz or 021 342 469. 
1st Devonport Scout Group
Give your son or daughter a great start in life - join the Scouts! There are four youth sections: Keas, Cubs, Scouts and Venturers. They all meet weekly during school terms, with plenty of outside activities organised too. Keas - for ages 5½ to 8 years old (school years 1-3) meet Mondays 4:30-5:30pm or Wednesdays 4:15-5:15pm Cubs - for ages 8 to 11 years old (school years 4-6) meet Mondays 6:00–7:30pm or Wednesdays 5:30-7:00pm Scouts (11-14) and Venturers (14-18) are a natural progression from these younger groups. All sessions are run by a team of qualified and committed volunteer Leaders, who mentor a youth-led fun and rewarding programme that builds self-reliance and teamwork, leadership, strong values, and skills to be active in the outdoors. Our purpose: We empower youth through adventurous experiences to lead lives that make a positive difference. So for loads of FUN, Life Skills, Self Esteem, and plenty more… Register now for 3 trial visits by emailing devonport.scouts@gmail.com They are a busy Scout Group and membership spaces aren't always available so get in touch now to see when your child can join. And if you enjoy working with youth and want to help, ask for yourself too! For more information see their website here. 
Auckland Regional Funding Directory
The Auckland Regional Funding Directory is available for local community groups and not-for-profits seeking funding sources across a range of sectors. For more info email: info@ancad.org.nz or order your free copy online via their website. 
Neighbourhood Support North Shore
Neighbourhood Support North Shore works closely with the Police and other organisations to assist residents to improve safety, reduce crime and be better prepared for an emergency What they do
Neighbourhood Support North Shore Is FREE – Join Here 
Devonport Rotary
Devonport Rotary is all about doing good things in the community, both locally and overseas. They are a group of highly motivated, fun loving individuals who enjoy meeting new, like-minded people. If you live or work locally or are new to the area and would like to become involved with Rotary, they invite you to check out their website www.devonportrotary.co.nz or call their president Phil Le Gros ph: 027 227 9322.
Devonport-Hauraki Justices of the Peace Service Desk at Devonport Library
When: Mondays (except on Public Holidays), 12 noon to 2:00pm Venue: Devonport Library, Victoria Rd, Devonport A local Justice of the Peace service is available at Devonport Library to certify copies, take Statutory Declarations and Affidavits, witness signatures and the many other tasks Justices can undertake. This is a free community service and no appointment is necessary. Details of this and other Justices and Service Desks around Auckland can be found on the Auckland Justices of the Peace website: http://www.jpauckland.org.nz/ 
Age Concern Auckland
The vision of Age Concern Auckland is for older people to live a valued life in an inclusive society. They are committed to promoting wellbeing, rights, respect and dignity for older people. Age Concern Auckland have a wide range of information, resources and services available free of charge to independent living older people. Their services include the following:
Hearts & Minds
Hearts & Minds NZ is a community development agency with an integrated focus on wellbeing. Their purpose is to inspire stronger, healthier communities by connecting people to resources and support that transform lives. Inherent in Hearts & Minds is the belief that all people from every socio-economic, age, gender and ethnic demographic have a world of wonderful possibilities within them . Find their Support Services Directory here and for more info visit: www.heartsandminds.org.nz or email: info@heartsandminds.org.nz or phone: 09 441 8989. 
Ngataringa Organic Garden (NOG)
Ngataringa Organic Garden is a community garden located in the heart of Devonport, at 27 Lake Rd, Devonport (opposite the Recycling Centre). NOG is an organic garden, operated on a plot allotment system, with plot custodians responsible for the care of their plot and the garden as a whole. The NOG Committee overseas the running of the garden, and organises regular working bees, social events, and workshops. Contact information: NOG Committee Chair: Kerry Chamberlain chamberlainkp@gmail.com NOG Committee Secretary: Murray Vaile murray.vaile@xtra.co.nz Facebook: Ngataringa Organic Garden [@NgataringaOrganicGarden] 
Navy Museum at Torpedo Bay
The Navy Museum is housed inside a 19th century submarine mine station, and tells the story of the New Zealand Navy through the ages. Enjoy fascinating stories, discover unique objects and experience the history of the site.
The Museum has an onsite café, store and children’s playground. 64 King Edward Parade.
Open 7 days a week, 10am – 5pm. Free admission. T: 09 445 5186 Email info@navymuseum.co.nz www.navymuseum.co.nz 
Devonport Museum Open: Tuesday to Thursday 10:00am - 12 noon, Weekends 2:00pm-4:00pm Summer weekend hours are 12 noon to 4:00pm. Closed on public holidays. Groups by arrangement at other times. Where: Mt Cambria Reserve, 33a Vauxhall Rd Devonport historical museum is located at 33a Vauxhall Rd, on the Mt Cambria Reserve. It can be approached from Church St also. This is a voluntary museum collecting, curating and displaying items and information about local history. We provide information plaques for public buildings and homes. Groups guided by arrangement. Entry is free. A small donation is welcome. Contact: Museum 445 7092. Secretary: 445 2776 Email: Info@devonportmuseum.org.nz or visit www.devonportmuseum.org.nz 
Bike Devonport
An informal group of local residents working for better and safer cycling in Devonport. Read more at www.bikedevonport.co.nz. If you're interested in following what's happening join the Facebook group and sign up to the mailing list or contact Chris Werry at phone 446 6187 or email info@bikedevonport.co.nz. 
Takarunga Playcentre - where whānau learn and grow together
When: Mon, Wed, Thurs & Friday 9:00am - 12:00 am with a dedicated Akoranga tū-ā-nuku (outdoor) session on Thursday Venue: Takarunga Playcentre, 1/26 Kerr St, Takarunga, Devonport. Looking for a fun activity for your preschool children, where you are involved in their learning and tamariki are free to play and explore? Takarunga Playcentre might be just what you are looking for! They offer:
Senior Net Bayswater
Senior Net Bayswater brings people aged over 50 together in a friendly stress-free way to learn about computers: emailing family and word processing, digital photography, discovering your genealogy, online auctions, surfing the internet and the latest technology for your pleasure. The range of subjects is large and we can help you become confident and competent. Windows (PC) and Apple Mac users as well as the new technologies of Smart phones and tablets are catered for by the learning centre. For more info visit: www.seniornetbayswater.nz 
Devonport Library
Venue: Devonport Library, Victoria Rd, Devonport Follow their Facebook page to stay in the loop on all things Devonport Library, or visit their website here. Enquiries: Ph:09 890 4955 
Calliope Sea Scouts - Leaders wanted
The Calliope Sea Scout Group has a need for Leaders to come on board to lead the planning and organisation of the various activities for the Sections they currently run. Keas meet Thursdays 6:00pm - 7:00pm, Cubs meet Tuesdays 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Scouts meet Mondays 6:00pm – 8:00pm, Venturers meet Tuesdays 7:00pm – 8:00pm. If Sea Scouts sounds like you, give them a ring at: 021 1685 462 or email: bmranford@hotmail.com. For more info head along to their website. 
Devonport Toy Library
When: Open Saturdays from 9:00am - 11:00am Venue: Devonport Community House , 32 Clarence Street, Devonport The Toy Library provides a toy lending service with an extensive range of fun and educational toys. Annual subscriptions start from $100 per year - this covers all borrowing. Come along and check it out and let your little ones have a play on the toys. For more info go to www.playawhile.org, Visit Facebook or email committee@playawhile.org.
Devonport 500 Cards Club
When: Second Tuesday of each month, 7:00pm Venue: Croquet Club rooms, 5 Wairoa Rd, Devonport Devonport 500 Cards Club evenings are always great fun (and not too serious). If you are interested and can play cards, please email cards500@hotmail.com
North Shore CMA meetings
When: Thursdays, 10:00am - 12:30pm Venue: The Rose Centre, School Rd, Belmont Come along and make some new friends, share some stories, play some games. Approved ACC strength and balance exercises run every week for all abilities. Listen to visiting speakers, do some gentle exercise. Share morning tea and lunch with friends and so much more…..All for a nominal charge – transport can be arranged. North Shore CMA are also seeking volunteers at their CMA centres throughout the North Shore. Help needed with crafts / cooking / driving and other tasks. If you can spare a few hours to give back to the older people in our community they would love to hear from you. Call the support office for more information on 09 489 8954 or visit: www.cmans.org.nz Music and dance
Touch Compass INTEGR8 Dance Crew
When: Saturdays term time 10:15am: Hip-Hop1 for primary age 11:00am: Hip-Hop2 for intermediate/ High School age 11:45am - 12:45pm Youth Theatre for age 7-18 Venue: The Wilson Centre Rec Hall, 1 St Leonards Rd, Hauraki Cost: $100 per term (can pay weekly/casually) Society is diverse and so are Touch Compass classes – how cool is that! For more info and for contact details, visit: www.touchcompass.org.nz. Education and Personal Development
Homeviews Workshops
FREE Homeviews Workshops provide invaluable insider tips on home buying, building, investing, renovating or downsizing. Join the conversation! Your hosts are local experts sharing information in a casual setting. For tickets, call Susan Templeton 027 220 2053 or check the schedule for topics and dates: www.nichemortgages.co.nz/workshops. 
Five Good Ideas
ANCAD's professional development training programme Five Good Ideas is designed to assist your organisation in building capability, developing and strengthening leadership within your organisation and supporting you to be adaptive and resilient in a changing environment. View website for more details, register via: www.ancad.org.nz or by email: info@ancad.org.nz 
Belmont Toastmasters – learn to communicate with confidence
When: Every second Thursday from 7:30pm - 9:00pm Venue: St Margaret’s Church Hall (back entrance), 151 Lake Road, Belmont Belmont Toastmasters offer a friendly, supportive environment. All visitors are welcome. Contact: Tom on 022 5033007 or email belmont@toastmasters.org.nz or web http://www.meetup.com/Belmont-Toastmasters/ 
Devonport Toastmasters - develop your public speaking skills
When: Every second Monday, 7:15pm - 9:30pm Venue: Devonport RSA, 61 Victoria Rd, Devonport Come along to Devonport Toastmasters to build confidence & speaking skills while having fun at the Devonport club. For more info email: devonport@toastmasters.org.nz or Phone: 444 8093 or visit: http://devonport.toastmastersclubs.org/ 
English Language Partners
English Language Partners offers a variety of learning opportunities including English language groups, home tutoring, English for employees, ESOL intenstive and more. Become a teacher of English through English Language Partners too and join their volunteer tutor programme. For more information on the courses English Language Partners offer, ph: 489 2078 or visit: http://www.englishlanguage.org.nz/ Health AND Fitness
Fit in the village
You’re welcome at our boutique classes and personal training venue! With over 50 classes/week, our fitness studios hidden gems found down corridors and alleyways in a historic venue, 59 Victoria Road, Devonport village. Visit us and you'll find a dedicated Boxing studio in our basement, spin studio in the atrium, a mind-body studio in the conservatory, and T.R.X and Kettle-bell studio in our loft. We've a first-class instructor team who deliver fast, effective classes - 30/45 minutes! Our personal training is uniquely completely private, enjoy a whole studio for you and/or your family. Our programming caters for adults, seniors, preschool, kids, tween and teens. Welcome to our strong community! www.soulsprite.co.nz 
Stanley Bowling & Petanque Club Inc
20 Stanley Pt Rd, Stanley Bay We are a small friendly club situated in a glorious spot overlooking the water at Stanley Bay. We play bowls in summer and petanque all year round. New members are always welcome, just check out our playing times on the website and turn up. We have plenty of equipment to loan out – please remember to wear flat, closed in shoes. In addition, we have an active social club which offers a number of activities including Friendly Fridays, Nibbles & Natter, Pot Luck Dinners, Quiz Nights and more. We are happy to hire out our clubrooms to groups or to host groups who would like to play bowls or petanque. For further information, contact us by email at stanleybayclub@gmail.com or leave a message on 021 1394 346. 
Preschool trampoline class
Venue: North Shore Trampoline Club, North Shore Event Centre, Silverfield (off Porana Road) Cost: $120 / 10 week term (45 minute class) From 3 - 5 years. Parents welcome to join in the class. Enquire now for Term Three classes via email: northshoretrampoline@xtra.co.nz or phone: 022 478 4411. 
Belmont Park Racquets Club: tennis and squash
Venue: 133 Bayswater Ave, Bayswater Membership specials up until 31 August and free trial midweek social tennis for the month of March. For more info head along to www.belmontracquets.co.nz or contact: admin@belmontracquets.co.nz. 
Yoga Flow Evenings
When: Mondays, 7:30pm to 8:45pm at the Devonport Community House, Wednesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm at 170 Vauxhall Rd, A12 Barrack, Fort Takapuna Reserve, Narrow Neck A gentle yoga flow class for all levels. The focus of the class is on the breath, stretching, strengthening and relaxing the body and mind. For more info please contact Inés Gereda at inegereda@gmail.com or phone: 021 1100 606.
Croquet and Petanque in Devonport – Autumn season & club play
When: Club Day Play – Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings Venue: North Shore Croquet Club, 1 Wairoa Rd, Devonport (next to the Plunket rooms and through the walkway from Vauxhall Rd shops) New members always welcome for a 'trial hit' or more serious club play, we have all facilities all you need are soft shoes. Read more on: http://www.northshorecroquet.co.nz/ or contact us.
Ngataringa Runners
When: Wednesdays at 12:05pm Venue: Ngataringa Sportsground (on the corner by the Navy Sportsfield) Ngataringa Runners meet weekly and sessions go for roughly 45 minutes. This free community group focuses on developing technique, form and endurance across all levels of runner, from beginner to experienced marathoner, in a supportive and friendly environment. All levels welcome. Join Ngataringa Runners on Facebook, or contact Mariane for more info on 021 629 620. 
Devonport Squash Club
Venue: Opposite 70 Wairoa Road, Narrow Neck Hours of operation: 7 days per week 5am – 8pm Club night every Thursday at 7:30 pm. All welcome Racquets and squash balls are provided. For more details phone Dietmar 445 8839 or for casual bookings via the Gym, ph: 445 1040 or visit: www.devonportsquash.org.nz 
Belmont Park Bowling Club
When: Club roll-ups every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 12:50pm Venue: 46 Roberts Ave Bayswater Social, casual, and serious bowlers welcome (loan bowls available). For more information phone: 445-6285 or email: belmontparkbowlingclub@hotmail.co.nz 
Tennis Plus
Venue: Ngataringa Tennis Club, opposite Stanley Bay Wharf Professional weekly tennis coaching throughout the year. Multisport holiday programmes every school holidays. Tennis exchanges to Asia, France & Tahiti. From 3 years up and for all levels of play TENNIS PLUS provides professional coaching led by expert qualified coaches in a lush park setting with sea views. FREE introductory sessions for everyone with rackets provided. Visit their Facebook page here or email admin@tennisplus.co.nz for more info. 
Ngataringa Tennis Club
When: Every Wednesday, 9:30am - 12noon & 7:30pm - 9:30pm (Mixed Drop-in Tennis), Every Monday 7:00pm - 10:00pm (Men’s Hard Hitters), Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 6:00pm (Juniors) Venue: Stanley Bay Park, 166 Calliope Rd, Devonport All visitors are welcome. Membership details www.ntc.net.nz 
Learn to Live Well with Diabetes
Comprehensive Care in Association with Waitemata PHO offer a range of free services to help you learn to live well with diabetes. Including free supermarket tours, one-on-one dietician consultations, focused support for people with pre-diabetes and education sessions (eligibility criteria, such as living in the Waitemata DHB area, may apply).
ART AND CRAFT
Devonport Spinners, Weavers, Knitters, etc meetings
When: Wednesdays, 10:30am - 12.30pm Venue: 1st Devonport Scout Hall, The Den, Allenby Ave Devonport Meeting weekly for tea and crafting together. For more information call or email Molly Wheeler on 446 6027, romoly@xtra.co.nz
Devonport Knitters
When: Wednesdays, 10:00am - 11:30am Venue: Devonport Community House Join for a cuppa and a chat while knitting your Peggy Squares and assist us in creating blankets for children in our community. For more information please contact Adair: 021 927 067 or eadys@xtra.co.nz
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